Affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital
Who is Dr. Bleicher, Nephrologist in Lancaster, PA?
Castle Connolly Top Doctor
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What are Areas of Expertise for Dr. Bleicher?
Dr. Melissa Bleicher, MD is a highly-rated, board-certified Nephrologist known for expertly diagnosing, treating, and managing a wide array of related conditions and procedures. Utilizing the latest medical advancements and evidence-based practices, Dr. Bleicher empowers patients to confidently navigate their health journey, specializing in Diabetic Kidney Disease, Glomerulonephritis, Hypertension, Kidney Disease-Acute, Kidney Stones, Lupus Nephritis, Transplant Medicine-Kidney, Transplant Medicine-Pancreas, Tuberous Sclerosis, and comprehensive wellness support. Serving the Lancaster, PA community, Dr. Bleicher is dedicated to enhancing lives through expert, patient-centered care.
Where did Dr. Bleicher go to medical school and complete their residency?
Residency: Staten Island University Hospital
Medical School: New York University School of Medicine
Is Dr. Bleicher board certified as a Nephrologist?
Yes, Dr. Melissa Bleicher, MD is board certified by the American Board of Internal Medicine , American Board of Internal Medicine since 2006, American Board of Internal Medicine since 2008
What languages does Dr. Bleicher speak?
Dr. Bleicher and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
- English
What conditions does a Nephrologist like Dr. Bleicher typically treat?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Bleicher diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Bleicher. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Having a Kidney Transplant
- Kidney Transplantation
- Kidney Transplant
- Renal transplant
- Kidney replacement surgery
- Post-kidney transplant
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z940: Kidney transplant status
Also known as:
- Immune Deficiency
- Immune System and Disorder
- Weak Immune System
- Immune System Disorder
ICD-10 Codes:
- D849: Immunodeficiency, unspecified
Also known as:
- Acute Kidney Failure
- Kidney Failure
- Acute Renal Failure
- Sudden Kidney Failure
ICD-10 Codes:
- N179: Acute kidney failure, unspecified
Also known as:
- High Blood Pressure
- Hypertension
- Primary Hypertension
- Essential Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I10: Essential (primary) hypertension
Also known as:
- End-Stage Kidney Disease from High Blood Pressure
- Chronic Kidney Disease
- High Blood Pressure
- Kidney Failure
- Hypertensive End-Stage Renal Disease
- Kidney Failure due to High Blood Pressure
- Stage 5 CKD from Hypertension
ICD-10 Codes:
- I120: Hypertensive chronic kidney disease with stage 5 chronic kidney disease or end stage renal disease
Also known as:
- Other Kidney Transplant Complication
- Kidney Transplantation
- Renal Transplant Problem
- Kidney Graft Issue
- Post-Kidney Transplant Problem
ICD-10 Codes:
- T8619: Other complication of kidney transplant
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
What procedures does a Nephrologist like Dr. Bleicher typically perform?
As a Nephrologist, Dr. Bleicher performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Bleicher. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Kidney Biopsy
- Renal biopsy
- Percutaneous kidney biopsy
- Needle kidney biopsy
CPT Codes:
- 50200: Renal biopsy; percutaneous, by trocar or needle
Does Dr. Bleicher accept my insurance?
Dr. Bleicher accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (215) 662-2638 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Bleicher accept in Lancaster, PA?
Dr. Bleicher in Lancaster, PA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
Centene Corporation
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Horizon BlueCross BlueShield
Humana
Independence Health Group
Jefferson Health
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
UnitedHealth Group
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Where is Dr. Bleicher's office located?
What hospitals are Dr. Bleicher affiliated with?
Castle Connolly Top Hospital
This doctor is affiliated with a Castle Connolly Top Hospital.
Dr. Bleicher has admitting privileges at the following hospitals:
Recognitions
Memberships & Associations
Member of International Society of Nephrology
Member of Alpha Omega Alpha
Member of American Society of Nephrology
Member of American Society of Transplantation
Member of National Kidney Foundation
Member of Phi Beta Kappa ,
What is Dr. Bleicher's NPI number?A National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Bleicher's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1508929282.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Bleicher?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Bleicher